Stephanie Reid-Simons

Senior Vice President

Stephanie followed her grandpa's path into journalism, reporting and editing her way into leadership roles with news teams covering everything from courts and crime to entertainment, sports and business. At Amazon and Zillow, she used her strategic storytelling skills to earn the attention of millions of people, establish a content marketing practice and help build a creative agency. She enjoys spending time with her family and tackling overly ambitious home-improvement projects.

Real Brokerage revenue jumps 44% as agent growth continues
The tech-focused brokerage outpaced the broader housing market in Q4, increasing transactions and agent count, and logged $2B in revenue for the full year.
March 4, 2026
eXp looks to Texas after ruling in sex assault case
The firm is currently incorporated in Delaware, but CEO Glenn Sanford said Texas is “better suited” to its needs. Shareholders will vote on the move in April.
Updated February 26, 2026
Keller Williams opens Command as investor ties deepen
Nearly a year after Stone Point’s investment, KW aligns its tech platform with fellow portfolio companies and embraces a third-party integration model.
February 23, 2026
Gary Keller on Compass, private listings and the next legal risk
The Keller Williams executive chairman delivered blunt takes on the big industry headlines, from criticism of Homes.com to the Rocket-Redfin “nothingburger.”
February 23, 2026
Industry icon to retire after 3+ decades as Miami Realtors CEO
Teresa King Kinney announced plans to depart at the end of the year, capping a career that has spanned some of real estate’s most disruptive periods.
February 20, 2026
Realtor.com a bright spot in News Corp earnings
The home search site’s CEO, Damian Eales, touts “the most engaged audience in the industry” and support for MLSs as fuel for future growth.
February 6, 2026
Ryan Schneider departs Anywhere after 8 years as CEO
The leader of real estate’s largest enterprise has left the company “in accordance with the terms” of the merger agreement with Compass.
February 4, 2026
A notable week for tech M&A — and what it could mean
Constellation Data Labs strengthens its foundation with REMAX deals; Purlin and Final Offer merge; LPT adds people-management software companies.
February 3, 2026
5 new faces in top 10 ranking of real estate’s most powerful
Consolidation, capital and control over listings fueled big changes in the annual SP 200. But one thing didn’t change: Robert Reffkin’s grip on the top spot.
January 14, 2026
How did the Compass-Anywhere deal get cleared so quickly?
A senior DOJ antitrust official wanted a deeper review of the merger, but got shut down after Compass went over her head, according to the Wall Street Journal.
January 9, 2026
Compass lines up $1 billion in financing tied to Anywhere deal
The brokerage announced plans to raise capital for “general corporate purchases” by issuing convertible notes — debt that noteholders can cash in later.
January 8, 2026
The Ten: Amid industry division, brokerages went after scale
The pace of consolidation accelerated in 2025 as mega-mergers and regional deals helped firms gain leverage and insulation from housing market pressures.
December 31, 2025
The Ten: Real estate faces an AI tipping point
Artificial intelligence is getting smarter, more powerful and more accessible to agents and executives. It’s no longer optional — but not without risks.
December 11, 2025
The Ten: Wasn’t the industry promised a fresh start in 2025?
To understand the forces that shaped this year, we’re looking back at 2025’s massive M&As, private listings drama, and yes — seemingly unending lawsuits.
Updated January 17, 2026
California association embraces referral-fee transparency
CAR will update a standard disclosure form next month, signaling state and MLS momentum on a policy recently rejected by NAR’s Delegate Body.
November 24, 2025
Zillow hit with expanded class action adding RICO claims
Amended filing in the Taylor case adds new defendants and confidential witness statements claiming Flex agents are pushed to steer clients to Zillow Home Loans.
November 19, 2025
NAR CEO on the ‘very heavy lift’ of leading through a turnaround
Nykia Wright said authenticity, as well as the support of the Leadership Team and staff, have the National Association of Realtors on a new trajectory.
November 17, 2025
MLS leader offers forceful defense of private listings
With Zillow enforcement of listing rules on hold in the Chicago area, MRED’s CEO makes her case for their PLN as a way to offer “compassion and options.”
November 15, 2025
NAR president closes turbulent term with focus on consumers
After nearly two years in the role, Kevin Sears shared a parting message of community and reliance — and a mandate for members: “Hold our leaders accountable.”
November 14, 2025
Zillow accused of using ‘kickbacks’ to boost mortgage business
New lawsuit claims Zillow tied access to its Premier Agent and Flex leads to referrals for Zillow Home Loans, in violation of state and federal laws.
November 8, 2025